Order books for a fullyelectric version of the Volkswagen Golf open today, with prices for the C-segment car starting from £25,845 on the road (after a £5,000 Government plug-in car grant). kWh lithium ion battery pack and a 85 kW (115 PS) electric motor, the e-Golf delivers be[.]. MORE

With the news of a 25 per cent increase in the registrations of alternative fuel vehicle sales last month, Nissan reveals its fullyelectric LEAF was one of the major winners of the growing market. Electric cars Nissan MORE

Ten fullyelectric cars begin work in London this week with private hire firm, Thriev. In total, the firm has an order in place for 20 of BYD’s e6 fully-electric cars, to help provide its customers with a clean alternative way to travel. Electric cars MORE

With an ever-growing landscape of plug-in electric vehicles, there is now more potential than ever for confusion among potential buyers. To the casual observer, the umbrella term “electric car” can mean anything from an all-electric vehicle to even a hybrid. For drivers of fullyelectric cars with no tailpipes, this can sound like. Plug-In Hybrids plug-in cars Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) Range-Extended Electric Vehicle MORE

Nissan’s all-electric LEAF is increasingly finding use as a private hire vehicle, including in the UK, with minicab firms such as Pheonix Cars in Northumberland and C&C Taxis of St Austell. Electric cars MORE

However, Nissan will be able to manufacture the NV200 to run on electric-only power starting in 2017. The City will test the use of all-electric powered taxis starting in 2012 with six fullyelectric Nissan LEAFs—provided free of charge—to road test electric vehicles. If the pilot proves successful, the City will explore the possibility of the wider use of electric-powered taxis. Electric (Battery) FleetsNissan NV200 NYC Taxi. MORE

Although lithium-ion cell and pack costs are expected to fall sharply by 2020, they are unlikely to drop enough to support widespread adoption of fullyelectric vehicles without a major breakthrough in battery technology, according to a new study by The Boston Consulting Group (BCG). MORE

Having just opened its first store in London, electric car maker, Tesla has announced the UK pricing for its long-awaited Model S. Less than we were expecting, Tesla will sell the fullyelectric car from just £49,900 after a Government Plug-in Car Grant of £5,000 is deducted. MORE

Electric cars will slowly displace internal combustion engines, many researchers suggest, and peak demand for fossil fuels used in transportation could arrive as soon as the next decade. Most analysts agree the future of the automobile will slowly but increasingly come to rely on battery power. What will become of companies, then, that focus on. Diesels emissions Future Cars fossil fuels MORE

Volvo Cars announced that every Volvo it launches from 2019 on will have an electric motor, marking the historic end of cars that only have an internal combustion engine (ICE) and placing electrification at the core of its future business. Volvo Cars will introduce a portfolio of electrified cars across its model range, embracing fullyelectric cars, plug in hybrid cars and mild hybrid cars. 48V Electric (Battery) Hybrids Plug-ins MORE

Dow Kokam and PVI are partnering on a small fleet of fullyelectric refuse trucks. The electric truck and its battery system, which will be produced and assembled in France, were unveiled at Pollutec 2010 by PVI and its partner SITA, a subsidiary of Suez Environnement, alongside examples of Dow Kokam’s battery system technology. Electric (Battery) Heavy-duty MORE

Uber has announced it will require its 40,000 drivers in London to switch to hybrid or fullyelectric cars, and ban diesel vehicles from its fleet, by the end of 2019. Uber said it will use only electric cars within London by. By the end of 2021, it will extend that policy throughout the United Kingdom, where it presently operates in 40 cities. emissions England plug-in cars London ridesharing Uber MORE

With BMW having decided to offer not only plug-in hybrids across its range but also fullyelectric versions of its core models, its 'i' sub-brand is in a curious position. Is there a future for the high-tech vehicles designed for maximum efficiency when battery-electric powertrains are rolling into conventional cars as well? Future Cars plug-in cars Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) BMW i5 MORE

The fullyelectric luxury saloon was first announced in 2008, and as more details have come to light, interest has heightened. Tesla has announced that the first right-hand drive Tesla Model S to come to the UK will arrive on June 7, with deliveries continuing throughout the summer. MORE

Mercedes-Benz has opened the order books for its first fullyelectric car in Germany; the new B-Class E-Cell. Electric cars Mercedes Editor Pick Based on the combustion B-Class hatchback, the new E-Cell model is due to go on sale across Europe later this month. MORE

By 2025, the BMW Group will offer 25 electrified vehicle models—12 of them fullyelectric, said Harald Krüger, Chairman of the Board of Management of BMW AG, in a preview briefing before the opening of the Frankfurt Motor Show next week. The Group’s market share for electric drives in Europe is already three times higher than its market share for combustion-powered cars, added Klaus Fröhlich, Member of the Board of Management of BMW AG, Development. MORE

The first plug-in hybrid from the German carmaker is the second car to launch under the ‘i’ sub-brand following the launch of the fullyelectric/range-extended i3 supermini. Electric cars BMW Editor Pick BMW’s long-awaited i8 is to launch in the UK this weekend (July 19,2014). MORE

The unique fullyelectric sports car with its jet-fighter like profile was first unveiled at the Tokyo Motor Show back in November. Electric cars Nissan Editor Pick Nissan’s innovative BladeGlider concept has made its European debut at the Geneva Motor Show this week. MORE

UPS has begun a 90-day demonstration trial of the Electric Vehicles International (EVI) walk-in van (EVI-WI). The drivetrain for the EVI-WI combines a 99 kWh Li-ion battery pack from Valence, a 150 kW (continuous), 200 kW (peak electric motor) and a five speed automatic manual transmission with PTO. The EVI-WI is built on a Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation (FCCC) glider equipped with a Utilimaster body. Earlier post.). MORE

Half way through the year, the electric car market is proving that it is still performing strongly, showing record growth of 143.9% In the first six months of this year, 2,558 fullyelectric cars were registered in the UK, according to the latest figures from the Society of [.]. MORE

Electric bus manufacturer Proterra and professional services firm JLL announced the first commercial agreement to provide commuter shuttle services via a fleet of 10 electric buses. The lease of 10 Proterra Catalyst shuttle buses represents two industry firsts: The shuttle service will be the first in the country to operate a 100% zero-emission electric bus fleet as well as one of the first commercial customers to lease electric buses. MORE

infrastructure—that are relevant to the FullyElectric Vehicle (FEV). The project is named eCo-FEV , for “efficient Cooperative infrastructure for FullyElectric Vehicles”, and is within the the FP7 Work. ICT for fullyelectric vehicles. MORE

There are now more than 400,000 electric vehicles on the roads around the world according to the latest estimates, with the growth of all types of EV (fullyelectric, plug-in hybrid and range-extended) quadrupling in the last three years. Electric cars Editor Pick MORE

A car salesman in the North East is single-handedly playing a leading role in the acceleration of the UK electric car market. Gareth Chandler of Benfield Nissan in Gateshead has become the first to sell 200 fullyelectric Nissan LEAF cars in the UK. MORE

Models of the C-segment fullyelectric hatchback have been rolling off the production line at the firm’s plant in Sunderland since March 2013, with production said to have totalled more than 13,000 units since then. Nissan’s LEAF is celebrating its first birthday in the UK today. MORE

A team from the plant have been toying with the fullyelectric LEAF to creat[.]. Ah to be a Nissan engineer. What fun. You can play with the firm’s existing range and create your own vehicles to suit your needs. MORE

Despite new competition on the market, Nissans fullyelectric LEAF model is having its best year yet in the UK, with sales in 2014 already ahead of sales for the full year of 2013. Nissan Electric vehicles Editor Pick MORE

As the Formula E championship held its global launch last night at London’s Roundhouse theatre; the GreenPower Trust revealed it was teaming up with the new fullyelectric racing series to deliver a new opportunity for youngsters to get involved in electric racing. MORE

Electric cars will slowly displace internal combustion engines, many researchers suggest, and peak demand for fossil fuels used in transportation could arrive as soon as the next decade. Most analysts agree the future of the automobile will slowly but increasingly come to rely on battery power. What will become of companies, then, that focus on. Diesels emissions Future Cars fossil fuels

Electric bus manufacturer Proterra and professional services firm JLL announced the first commercial agreement to provide commuter shuttle services via a fleet of 10 electric buses. The lease of 10 Proterra Catalyst shuttle buses represents two industry firsts: The shuttle service will be the first in the country to operate a 100% zero-emission electric bus fleet as well as one of the first commercial customers to lease electric buses.

By 2025, the BMW Group will offer 25 electrified vehicle models—12 of them fullyelectric, said Harald Krüger, Chairman of the Board of Management of BMW AG, in a preview briefing before the opening of the Frankfurt Motor Show next week. The Group’s market share for electric drives in Europe is already three times higher than its market share for combustion-powered cars, added Klaus Fröhlich, Member of the Board of Management of BMW AG, Development.

However, Nissan will be able to manufacture the NV200 to run on electric-only power starting in 2017. The City will test the use of all-electric powered taxis starting in 2012 with six fullyelectric Nissan LEAFs—provided free of charge—to road test electric vehicles. If the pilot proves successful, the City will explore the possibility of the wider use of electric-powered taxis. Electric (Battery) FleetsNissan NV200 NYC Taxi.

infrastructure—that are relevant to the FullyElectric Vehicle (FEV). The project is named eCo-FEV , for “efficient Cooperative infrastructure for FullyElectric Vehicles”, and is within the the FP7 Work. ICT for fullyelectric vehicles.

Dow Kokam and PVI are partnering on a small fleet of fullyelectric refuse trucks. The electric truck and its battery system, which will be produced and assembled in France, were unveiled at Pollutec 2010 by PVI and its partner SITA, a subsidiary of Suez Environnement, alongside examples of Dow Kokam’s battery system technology. Electric (Battery) Heavy-duty

Uber has announced it will require its 40,000 drivers in London to switch to hybrid or fullyelectric cars, and ban diesel vehicles from its fleet, by the end of 2019. Uber said it will use only electric cars within London by. By the end of 2021, it will extend that policy throughout the United Kingdom, where it presently operates in 40 cities. emissions England plug-in cars London ridesharing Uber

Ten fullyelectric cars begin work in London this week with private hire firm, Thriev. In total, the firm has an order in place for 20 of BYD’s e6 fully-electric cars, to help provide its customers with a clean alternative way to travel. Electric cars

UPS has begun a 90-day demonstration trial of the Electric Vehicles International (EVI) walk-in van (EVI-WI). The drivetrain for the EVI-WI combines a 99 kWh Li-ion battery pack from Valence, a 150 kW (continuous), 200 kW (peak electric motor) and a five speed automatic manual transmission with PTO. The EVI-WI is built on a Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation (FCCC) glider equipped with a Utilimaster body. Earlier post.).

Despite new competition on the market, Nissans fullyelectric LEAF model is having its best year yet in the UK, with sales in 2014 already ahead of sales for the full year of 2013. Nissan Electric vehicles Editor Pick

As the Formula E championship held its global launch last night at London’s Roundhouse theatre; the GreenPower Trust revealed it was teaming up with the new fullyelectric racing series to deliver a new opportunity for youngsters to get involved in electric racing.

However, Nissan will be able to manufacture the NV200 to run on electric-only power starting in 2017. The City will test the use of all-electric powered taxis starting in 2012 with six fullyelectric Nissan LEAFs—provided free of charge—to road test electric vehicles. If the pilot proves successful, the City will explore the possibility of the wider use of electric-powered taxis. Electric (Battery) FleetsNissan NV200 NYC Taxi.

infrastructure—that are relevant to the FullyElectric Vehicle (FEV). The project is named eCo-FEV , for “efficient Cooperative infrastructure for FullyElectric Vehicles”, and is within the the FP7 Work. ICT for fullyelectric vehicles.

Dow Kokam and PVI are partnering on a small fleet of fullyelectric refuse trucks. The electric truck and its battery system, which will be produced and assembled in France, were unveiled at Pollutec 2010 by PVI and its partner SITA, a subsidiary of Suez Environnement, alongside examples of Dow Kokam’s battery system technology. Electric (Battery) Heavy-duty

Half way through the year, the electric car market is proving that it is still performing strongly, showing record growth of 143.9% In the first six months of this year, 2,558 fullyelectric cars were registered in the UK, according to the latest figures from the Society of [.].

With BMW having decided to offer not only plug-in hybrids across its range but also fullyelectric versions of its core models, its 'i' sub-brand is in a curious position. Is there a future for the high-tech vehicles designed for maximum efficiency when battery-electric powertrains are rolling into conventional cars as well? Future Cars plug-in cars Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) BMW i5

The fullyelectric luxury saloon was first announced in 2008, and as more details have come to light, interest has heightened. Tesla has announced that the first right-hand drive Tesla Model S to come to the UK will arrive on June 7, with deliveries continuing throughout the summer.

With an ever-growing landscape of plug-in electric vehicles, there is now more potential than ever for confusion among potential buyers. To the casual observer, the umbrella term “electric car” can mean anything from an all-electric vehicle to even a hybrid. For drivers of fullyelectric cars with no tailpipes, this can sound like. Plug-In Hybrids plug-in cars Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) Range-Extended Electric Vehicle

Nissan’s all-electric LEAF is increasingly finding use as a private hire vehicle, including in the UK, with minicab firms such as Pheonix Cars in Northumberland and C&C Taxis of St Austell. Electric cars

The first plug-in hybrid from the German carmaker is the second car to launch under the ‘i’ sub-brand following the launch of the fullyelectric/range-extended i3 supermini. Electric cars BMW Editor Pick BMW’s long-awaited i8 is to launch in the UK this weekend (July 19,2014).

A car salesman in the North East is single-handedly playing a leading role in the acceleration of the UK electric car market. Gareth Chandler of Benfield Nissan in Gateshead has become the first to sell 200 fullyelectric Nissan LEAF cars in the UK.

With the news of a 25 per cent increase in the registrations of alternative fuel vehicle sales last month, Nissan reveals its fullyelectric LEAF was one of the major winners of the growing market. Electric cars Nissan

A team from the plant have been toying with the fullyelectric LEAF to creat[.]. Ah to be a Nissan engineer. What fun. You can play with the firm’s existing range and create your own vehicles to suit your needs.

There are now more than 400,000 electric vehicles on the roads around the world according to the latest estimates, with the growth of all types of EV (fullyelectric, plug-in hybrid and range-extended) quadrupling in the last three years. Electric cars Editor Pick

Models of the C-segment fullyelectric hatchback have been rolling off the production line at the firm’s plant in Sunderland since March 2013, with production said to have totalled more than 13,000 units since then. Nissan’s LEAF is celebrating its first birthday in the UK today.

The unique fullyelectric sports car with its jet-fighter like profile was first unveiled at the Tokyo Motor Show back in November. Electric cars Nissan Editor Pick Nissan’s innovative BladeGlider concept has made its European debut at the Geneva Motor Show this week.

Order books for a fullyelectric version of the Volkswagen Golf open today, with prices for the C-segment car starting from £25,845 on the road (after a £5,000 Government plug-in car grant). kWh lithium ion battery pack and a 85 kW (115 PS) electric motor, the e-Golf delivers be[.].

Although lithium-ion cell and pack costs are expected to fall sharply by 2020, they are unlikely to drop enough to support widespread adoption of fullyelectric vehicles without a major breakthrough in battery technology, according to a new study by The Boston Consulting Group (BCG).

Volvo Cars announced that every Volvo it launches from 2019 on will have an electric motor, marking the historic end of cars that only have an internal combustion engine (ICE) and placing electrification at the core of its future business. Volvo Cars will introduce a portfolio of electrified cars across its model range, embracing fullyelectric cars, plug in hybrid cars and mild hybrid cars. 48V Electric (Battery) Hybrids Plug-ins

Mercedes-Benz has opened the order books for its first fullyelectric car in Germany; the new B-Class E-Cell. Electric cars Mercedes Editor Pick Based on the combustion B-Class hatchback, the new E-Cell model is due to go on sale across Europe later this month.

Having just opened its first store in London, electric car maker, Tesla has announced the UK pricing for its long-awaited Model S. Less than we were expecting, Tesla will sell the fullyelectric car from just £49,900 after a Government Plug-in Car Grant of £5,000 is deducted.